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Discover the best strategies for running a successful freelance design business, including building a network, developing an impressive portfolio, and understanding the market.

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How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

Freelance / WordPress

We take a look at those web design business items that you might be tempted to purchase, whether they’re worth it or not.

The Responsibilities of Making Money with Open Source Software

The Responsibilities of Making Money with Open Source Software

Freelance / WordPress

What follows isn’t a definitive answer. It’s a collection of thoughts on how we might reach a better understanding of the issue, along with some simple actions we can take.

Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

Freelance / WordPress

Think of all the broken or poorly maintained websites out there. An enterprising freelance web designer could focus on these clients.

What Does It Cost to Run a Freelance Web Design Business?

What Does It Cost to Run a Freelance Web Design Business?

Freelance

Breaking down the costs associated with running a freelance web design business, from tools to marketing.

The Difference Between Cheap & Budget Clients

The Difference Between Cheap & Budget Clients

Freelance / Web Design

A cheap client will expect you to bend to their needs. While a budget client will be happy to compromise. Make sure you choose wisely.

The Five Questions to Ask Yourself Before Going Full-Time Freelance

The Five Questions to Ask Yourself Before Going Full-Time Freelance

Freelance

Here are five questions to ask yourself before jumping into the full-time freelance designer or developer lifestyle.

How to Launch Your Website Without Chaos

How to Launch Your Website Without Chaos

Freelance / Web Design

Tips for ensuring a smooth project launch, avoiding common pitfalls that lead to chaos and client dissatisfaction.

What Your Clients Need to Know About a Website Redesign

What Your Clients Need to Know About a Website Redesign

Freelance / Web Design

What should your clients know about redesigning their website? We take a look at some of the most important concepts.

How to Balance Stability & Growth in Your Design Business

How to Balance Stability & Growth in Your Design Business

Freelance / Web Design

Is it better to focus on stability or growth for your business? We explore the pros and cons of both approaches and offer tips on finding the right balance.

How to Identify the Obstacles in Your Web Design Career

How to Identify the Obstacles in Your Web Design Career

Freelance

We take a look at those common obstacles that can prevent your freelance career from moving forward, and share how you can get past them.

How to Bend the Rules to Accommodate Your Design Clients

How to Bend the Rules to Accommodate Your Design Clients

Freelance

Navigating the delicate balance of bending rules to accommodate client requests while maintaining design integrity.

How ‘Lazy’ Price Estimates Can Cost Freelancers

How ‘Lazy’ Price Estimates Can Cost Freelancers

Freelance

In an effort to help freelance designers, we explore how you can more accurately estimate costs and fill clients in on the details.

The Future of Freelancing with WordPress

The Future of Freelancing with WordPress

Freelance / WordPress

Exploring the evolving landscape of WordPress freelancing and what the future holds for professionals in the field.

How to Deal with People Who Don’t Value Web Designers

How to Deal with People Who Don’t Value Web Designers

Freelance

Even in this high-tech world in which we live, there are still people who think that anyone can build a great website.

The Keys to Becoming a Self-Reliant Freelance Designer

The Keys to Becoming a Self-Reliant Freelance Designer

Freelance

Many choose the freedom of a freelance career, but dealing with the responsibilities can be difficult. You’ll need to become self-reliant!

You Don’t Have to Be an Expert to Launch a Freelance Career

You Don’t Have to Be an Expert to Launch a Freelance Career

Freelance

Essential steps for launching a successful freelance career in web design, from building a portfolio to finding clients.

Dealing with Terrible Business Ideas from Your Clients

Dealing with Terrible Business Ideas from Your Clients

Freelance / Web Design

Knowing how to spot a bad business idea or tell when a particular business relationship looks rickety is an important skill every designer should learn.

How to Make Time for Your Professional Learning Goals

How to Make Time for Your Professional Learning Goals

Freelance
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